PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB | 256 | 14755 | 5019 | 5894 | 292.19 | 245.66 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB | 256 | 14755 | 5019 | 5894 | 292.19 | 245.66 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB | 256 | 14755 | 5019 | 5894 | 292.19 | 245.66 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
The measurement of the PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB should be used.
The Samsung PM951 NVMe 256GB is an NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) solid-state drive (SSD) designed for use in computers that support the NVMe interface. Here is a detailed description of the technical details, features and application areas of this model:
Technical specifications:
- Model name: Samsung PM951
- Storage size: 256 GB
- Interface: NVMe 1.1 via PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Gen 3.0 x4
- Form factor: M.2 2280 (22mm x 80mm)
- Memory Type: 3D NAND Flash
- Controller: Samsung Polaris Controller
- Read speed: Up to 1,500 MB/s (megabytes per second)
- Write speed: Up to 1,000 MB/s
- Cache: No dedicated DRAM cache (depends on the specific model)
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70 °C
- Weight: Approx. 8 g
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Typically 1.5 million hours
Features:
- NVMe Interface: The PM951 uses the NVMe interface over PCIe Gen 3.0 x4, resulting in significantly higher data transfer rates compared to the SATA interface. NVMe enables faster read and write speeds and reduced latency.
- 3D NAND Flash: Uses 3D NAND technology, where memory cells are stacked on top of each other to increase storage density while improving performance and durability.
- Samsung Polaris Controller: Samsung's integrated controller ensures high performance and reliability through optimized data processing and management.
- Energy Efficiency: The SSD is energy efficient, which extends the battery life of laptops and reduces heat generation.
Areas of application:
- High-performance desktop PCs: Ideal for modern desktop PCs that require high performance in data processing. NVMe technology ensures fast boot times and fast data access.
- Laptops: Particularly suitable for laptops as it significantly increases the speed of system performance, resulting in faster booting, faster application loading and shorter data access times.
- Gaming: Improve game loading times and overall system performance. The high speed of the NVMe SSD reduces waiting times and offers a better gaming experience.
- Multimedia Applications: Useful for editing large media files such as videos and photos where fast read and write speeds are required.
- Professional applications: For professional applications that require high write and read speeds, such as databases, virtual machines and professional content creation.
Summary:
The Samsung PM951 NVMe 256GB is a high-performance NVMe SSD designed for users who need a significant improvement in storage performance and speed. With a storage capacity of 256GB and an impressive read speed of up to 1,500MB/s and write speed of up to 1,000MB/s, it is ideal for applications that require high data rates. The use of the NVMe interface via PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 enables fast and efficient data transfer, making this SSD an excellent choice for high-performance desktop PCs and laptops. The PM951 is particularly beneficial for users looking for fast loading times, fast data processing, and an overall performance boost from their system.
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PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB.
The PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the PM951 NVMe SAMSUNG 256GB regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.